The War of 1812

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What is a port?

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A town or city where ships load and unload cargo.

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What inspired Francis Scott Key to write the national anthem?

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The United States Flag.

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What is impressment in the context of the War of 1812?

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The British capturing American sailors and forcing them to join their navy.

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What does it mean to surrender?

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To give up or yield, as in the phrase 'I wave the white flag! I surrender'.

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What are privateers?

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Private individuals or ships authorized by the government to attack foreign vessels and steal cargo.

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What was the significance of the War of 1812?

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It was a conflict between the United States and Great Britain that helped to affirm American independence.

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What role did the United States Flag play during the War of 1812?

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It symbolized national pride and resilience, inspiring Francis Scott Key to write the national anthem.

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What were the main causes of the War of 1812?

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Impressment of American sailors, trade restrictions, and British support of Native American attacks on American frontier settlements.

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What was the outcome of the War of 1812?

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The war ended in a stalemate with the Treaty of Ghent, restoring pre-war boundaries.

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Who were the main opponents in the War of 1812?

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The United States and Great Britain.